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How well do I balance my work and personal life?

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We live in a competitive society that often rewards "workaholics," but then ignores how such "Type A" behavior can lead to heart attacks and other stress-related conditions. This quick test can help you determine the role work plays in your life:

Questions:

  1. I find that my work is the activity I most enjoy doing.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  2. I believe that earning more money will solve all of my problems.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  3. I routinely work more than 50 hours a week.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  4. I usually take my work home with me--even on weekends and vacations.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  5. I believe it's okay for someone to work long hours as long as they’re doing what they love.
     Not at all.
     Somewhat.
     More often than not.
     Absolutely!

  6. My work is my favorite topic of conversation.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  7. I constantly worry about my future, even when things are going very well.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  8. I feel impatient or intolerant towards people who establish priorities other than work.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  9. My long work hours hurt my family life and/or other personal relationships.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  10. I tend to approach everything--even recreational activities--competitively.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  11. I work harder and keep longer work hours than anyone else I know.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  12. My family and friends know better than to expect me to arrive home or at social events on time.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  13. I routinely take on extra work because I'm concerned it won’t get done well if it’s left up to others.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  14. I think about my work all the time, e.g., while eating, driving, falling asleep, or when carrying on non-work related conversations with others.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  15. I think my job title and the work I do gives me my greatest sense of self-identity.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  16. I tend to turn all of my pursuits, even my hobbies, into moneymaking ventures.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  17. I get irritated when others ask me to cut back on my work so that I can be available for something they want me to do.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  18. I make a point of letting others know about the long hours I work.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  19. I set aside time each day to spend with family or close personal relationships.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!

  20. I make a point of reserving some “personal time” each day just for myself.
     Not at all
     Somewhat
     More often than not
     Absolutely!






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